Chris Comhaill

Dublin - Nationwide - Ireland
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Instagram: @chriscomhaill

Hi! I’m Chris, an instrumental guitarist with over ten years experience providing high-quality music for weddings and events. I would be delighted to lend my expertise to ensure your wedding is a beautiful and unforgettable day perfectly tailored to your tastes.

I travel nationwide and offer music for Civil, Spiritual and Religious Ceremonies as well as music for Drinks Reception, Pre-dinner, Dinner Show and Day 2. I specially arrange all of my repertoire and will perform any music the couple chooses as a special request to add that extra magic to your big day. I work closely with all of my couples to assist them in curating the perfect repertoire for their ceremonies. My Drinks Reception and Day Two set is extensive, and with a huge range of styles and genres under my fingers - from classical, contemporary and celtic to pop, folk, traditional, jazz, latin, bossa nova, flamenco and even movie soundtracks - I guarantee there’ll be something for every mood and setting. 

The sound of the guitar is a special thing and few instruments can evoke the sense of beauty and intimacy it brings. It would be my privilege to help you to create the perfect musical soundtrack to your special day - visit my Instagram and website (where you'll also find a helpful F.A.Q), and get in touch now to learn how we might work together to make your special day unforgettable.

Important Note: please include a contact phone number in your inquiry so I can send a text to confirm my response to your email, in case a spam filter catches the response. Thanks in advance!

About Chris:

Described as an "exciting, fresh endeavour to create something new; a unique blend of improvisation, folk, world and contemporary" (The Irish Times) and “a transcendent mix of composition and improvisation” (Jazz Ireland), Chris creates music across an eclectic array of genres. His album ‘Fuinneog’ received critical acclaim upon release and offers a window into his musical world marrying contemporary, classical and Celtic.

Chris’ virtuosic performances have seen him travel the world with his guitar. He has been invited to perform his Dúchas - Celtic Guitar project at the Irish Embassy in Tanzania, the Irish Cultural Centre London and the Florence Academy of Art Italy, as well as having sold out shows in prestigious venues such as the Gate Theatre, St. Patricks Cathedral and the National Concert Hall of Ireland in his hometown of Dublin to name just a few. He has performed for crowds at Irish festivals such as Electric Picnic and Body & Soul and has had the honour of playing for An tUachtarán - the President of Ireland - Michael D. Higgins. He has played support for and shared the stage with well-known acts such as The Script, George Ezra, Kurt Elling, Celine Byrne, Anúna, Systir, Susan McFadden, Emma Warren, Paul Byrom, KÍLA and Mundy to name just a few. Chris studied music at UCD, BIMM and DCU and holds an Honours Degree and Masters Degree, as well as a performance Diploma (achieved with distinction) in Guitar Performance.

To see more follow Chris over on Instagram

Reviews of Chris Comhaill

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Roz Gibson
5.0
Married on 20th May 2023
We had Chris play for our ceremony and drinks reception and I can safely say he was the musical highlight of the day! He set the mood perfectly with a selection of stunning Celtic music during our ceremony and even learned some special requests songs for us walking in and out to. All our guests were raving about his music during the drinks reception which was hugely diverse from pop songs to jazz and blues and even some beautiful movie soundtrack music - it was so eclectic and kept everyone stimulated, there really was something for everyone!

On top of all this Chris was courteous, super-responsive and full of helpful ideas and advice throughout. Couldn’t recommend him more highly - book him now , you won’t be disappointed!!!
Response from Chris Comhaill
Hi Roz, it was such a pleasure to provide the soundtrack for yourself and Anthony's big day - It was the most beautiful and magical time, with such gorgeous repertoire choices too! Wishing you both the very best for the future, and thanks again for having me!
Added 29th Jul 2024
Doireann
5.0
Married on 17th Aug 2024
Chris is simply incredible. He’s an amazing musician but a very humble, easy to deal with and down to earth guy. He was really responsive and made sure no details were overlooked. He was happy to go through everything with us at our pace and he had so many great suggestions and ideas for our repertoire. On the day his performances were absolutely sublime and took everything to the next level for us and really just made the day. I can be very particular but nothing was too much of an ask for Chris and he was always so accommodating. Book him and I can guarantee you won’t be sorry!
Added 10th Sep 2024
Lisa Donohoe
5.0
Married on 13th Jul 2024
We were married on 13 July 2024 and Chris was our guitarist. He was amazing in every way! In the lead up he helped us plan and had an in-depth zoom with us where he was able to advise us and give us some really useful insights. We even talked to Chris before we talked to our celebrant and it actually made things so much easier as Chris clued us in on some things we had no idea about. On the day Chris was early. He happily entertained our guests with music while there was a 30 minute delay to the start of our ceremony, and was amazing throughout in his performance.
Response from Chris Comhaill
Hi Lisa, thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was honestly such a pleasure to be a part of your day! Wishing yourself and Milo all the very best for the future!
Added 5th Aug 2024
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Corrina
Wedding on 6th Jun 2024
Chris played at my brother’s wedding in Carlow and he was so good that I hired him for a corporate event that I was hosting in Dublin. Chris is very talented and can adapt to any event, playing to all genres using a variety of guitar styles from classical, jazz, rock, blues etc. Chris is so much more than a magical musician, he is professional, punctual, funny and lights up a room with his warm personality. I could go on.... I hope he makes it big someday, he deserves to be in the spotlight!
Response from Chris Comhaill
Hi Corrina, thanks a million for your kind words! It's always such a pleasure getting to perform at any event and occasion you've been arranging and I'm delighted you've enjoyed the music and have wanted to have me back!
Added 2nd Aug 2024
Caitriona
5.0
Married on 4th May 2024
We had been fans of Chris's music for some time having had seen him performing at two friends weddings the previous year and we knew he would be the absolutely perfect musical compliment. From following Chris online since we first met him we knew he played with lots of other amazing musicians and we decided to add a package and book Chris alongside a second guitar player that Chris performs with. The lads call themselves Strings Attached guitar duo and they were simply sublime. They played a big range of styles for us and didn't seem to be a bother at all to them; they even did a rock n roll request for my father whos a big Jonny b goode fan. They did a special guitar version of my favourite song 'what a wonderful world' too and it melted hearts. In the run up Chris had a meeting with me to discuss everything and was ever so helpful in helping me plan. I couldn't recommend him more highly, everything was what I imagined and more.
Response from Chris Comhaill
I can't thank you enough Caitriona and Barry for your kindness and generosity - we were so honoured to be a part of your ceremony and reception, it was an incredible day with such great song choices too. We had a lot of fun especially getting to play 'Johnny Be Goode' for your Da - he's some man, he had us in stitches after with the stories he was telling - please give him our best! We wish you both all the very best for the future, and thanks again for having us!
Added 12th Aug 2024
Caroline & Jason
5.0
Married on 15th Dec 2023
A true professional and wonderful musician that brings a great ambience to any event. We had a church wedding and Chris’s music lit up the church in such a magical way. He was so helpful when it came to helping us picking our songs and he was even flexible to learn a song on request which played us out. We also booked Chris for the drinks reception and his music brought the party to life. I particularly love jazz and swing music and he was happy to oblige with lots of upbeat jazz that had people in such a great mood.
Response from Chris Comhaill
My sincere thanks Caroline and Jason, I was so delighted to be a part of your beautiful ceremony and drinks reception celebrations. I love getting an opportunity to play all that brilliant swing jazz so it was such great fun for me too! Thanks again for having me and wishing you all the best for your future together!
Added 5th Aug 2024
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Marian Waters
Wedding on 25th Nov 2023
Chris has performed at a couple of functions I organised and I was really impressed by his music and talent. He is clearly so passionate about what he does and that comes across in the delivery of his performance. He listened to the brief and provided the type of music required each time. He was fantastic, I highly recommend him.
Response from Chris Comhaill
Thanks so much for your kind words, Marian. It's always a pleasure to supply the tunes for your legendary celebrations!
Added 7th Aug 2024
Liz and Derek
5.0
Married on 25th Aug 2023
We just loved having Chris play at our wedding - the music was beautiful for our ceremony and he really added so much to the atmosphere for our reception! Chris is so personable and friendly and can really play anything on his guitar - he is a master of his instrument - but he’s also just so helpful and supportive and he made things so easy not only on the day but also during the planning. We would 100% recommend Chris for anyone looking to add a unique touch to their celebrations.
Response from Chris Comhaill
Hi Liz and Derek, thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. I was absolutely honoured to be a part of your wedding, it was a brilliant day and so lovely to share the day with you and your wonderful family and friends! Wishing you both the very best!
Added 1st Aug 2024
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